CAR: « L’éducation est une lumière que le conflit ne peut éteindre»Countries: Central African Republic, Sudan . Par Stella Fatime and Patrick Ariel Omonoma Dans le quartier de Korsi, qui accueille des réfugiés soudanais aux abords de la ville de Birao, dans la préfecture de Vakaga, au nord-est de la République centrafricaine, Tarick Abdallah reconstruit sa vie en eReliefWebJun 17disaster
CAR: Education is a light that cannot be extinguished by conflictCountries: Central African Republic, Sudan . By Stella Fatime and Patrick Ariel Omonoma In Korsi, a neighbourhood on the outskirts of Birao, Tarick Abdallah is rebuilding his life far from Sudan, balancing work at the market, learning and the hope of a better future for his children*.*"Education is ReliefWebJun 17disaster
Decentralized testing speeds up Ebola response in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Rolled out soon after the declaration of the Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak, the machines have drastically reduced testing times, enabling faster, life-saving action to stop the spread of the virus. Before health authorities could declare the outbreak on 15 May 2026, samples were transported toReliefWebJun 17disaster
Thailand: Asia and the Pacific: Snapshot of El Niño & Middle East Crisis. The Asia-Pacific Region is highly exposed to climate variability and global economic shocks, both of which have significant implications for agricultural production and food security. This overview examines both dimensions of risk through a regional lens. It provides an overview of the expected evReliefWebJun 17disaster
Ebola outbreak paralyzes missionsUganda (MNN)—In early May, a hospital in northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) identified a cluster of severe illnesses affecting healthcare workers, later identified as Bundibugyo virus, one of the 4 types of orthoebolaviruses that cause Ebola disease in people. According to the CDC, Mission Network NewsJun 17poverty
Iran presses for leverage in Lebanon, but Christians pray for a true peaceLebanon (MNN) — Iran has said that Israel’s continued occupation of southern Lebanon would violate the tentative US-Iran deal. But it’s another bid for power, not peace. Nuna with Triumphant Mercy Lebanon points out that Israel’s target in Lebanon is Hezbollah, Iran’s proxy group. “They're putting LMission Network NewsJun 17missions
Pastors travel across Iran to encourage believers with hope and aidIran (MNN) — Iranian pastors are traveling far and wide to support Christians facing isolation, hardship, and persecution. Lana Silk of Transform Iran says the reality of persecution keeps many Christians separated, often gathering only in small groups or having little contact with other believers. Mission Network NewsJun 17missions
The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2026. The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2026 provides the most up-to-date data and information, on trends, challenges, opportunities and innovations shaping the sector. It also assesses the state and health of marine fishery resources. Widely recognized as a leading reference for policymakersReliefWebJun 17disaster
World: UNICEF Annual Report 2025 [EN/AR/ZH]. Continuing to deliver, in crises and beyond. In 2025, global turmoil and compounding crises pushed children’s needs to record levels while the resources to help them dropped dramatically. Sudden and steep global funding cuts forced agonizing choices. Which lives to prioritize? Which services to scReliefWebJun 17disaster
Lebanon: Israel radically expands use of unlawful mass ‘evacuation’ orders and commits war crime of unlawful transfer. Israeli military radically expanded its use of unlawful “everybody-leave” orders, displacing hundreds of thousands of people across Lebanon Israeli military also expanded “don’t come back” orders, with residents in southern Lebanon indefinitely barred from returning to villages within Israel’s uniReliefWebJun 17disaster
Afghanistan: Monthly Market Report Issue 72: May 2026. Key Economic Developments The Afghani remained broadly stable against the US dollar in May 2026, averaging AFN 63.9/USD. Continued remittance inflows, increased use of the Afghani in domestic transactions, and sustained trade through alternative regional corridors helped maintain exchange rate staReliefWebJun 17disaster
World: UNHCR Projected Global Resettlement Needs 2027 [EN/AR]Countries: World, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Myanmar, Pakistan, South Sudan, Sudan, Syrian Arab Republic . UNHCR calls to expand refugee resettlement lifeline as part of global solutions drive This is a summary of what was said by Jackie Keegan, Head of UNHCR’s Durable SoluReliefWebJun 17disaster
Lebanon: Middle East Escalation - Global LTC Teleconference (Telecoms Area) #08 (Date: 03 June 2026 Time: 12:00 UTC).ReliefWebJun 17disaster
Cambodia: Agrometeorological 10 days Bulletin for 11–20 June 2026 Across the Northern Tonle Sap Basin of the PEARL Project. Flood Early Warning No flood risk for the next 10 days. Keep paddy bunds firm and unbroken; repair rat holes and weeds on bund tops. Maintain field outlets and side drains one hand wide and one palm deep to empty sudden showers. Nursery/Seedbed: keep on raised beds 20–30 cm (about ankle height); mReliefWebJun 17disaster
Philippines: DSWD DROMIC Report #18 on the Effects of Mw 7.8 Earthquake Incident in Maasim, Sarangani as of 17 June 2026, 6AM.ReliefWebJun 17disaster
World: EU Action Plan for the Channel Migratory Route (16 June 2026). Commission strengthens migration management along the Channel route Today, the Commission is presenting an EU action plan for the Channel migratory route, setting out a comprehensive European response to the challenges posed by illegal migration along this route. The action plan puts forward operaReliefWebJun 17disaster
World: Pathways to Locally Led Adaptation: Lessons for effective climate resilience finance (June 2026). Around the world, communities are taking action to protect lives and livelihoods from floods, droughts, heatwaves and storms. However, as these events increase in both frequency and intensity, it is clear that the pace of adaptation is insufficient. Public finance structures that shape everyday clReliefWebJun 17disaster
Kenya: Circular Bioeconomy Approaches for Resilient Livelihoods and Peacebuilding in Fragile and Conflict-Affected Settings - Resilient Food Systems in Fragile Contexts | Research Brief (May 2026)Countries: Kenya, Ethiopia, Ghana . Background Fragile and displacement-affected settings face interconnected pressures of environmental degradation, climate shocks, resource scarcity and social tensions. Refugee and host communities often experience limited livelihood opportunities, while competitiReliefWebJun 17disaster
Armenia: Severe Hailstorm in Stepanavan - DREF Operation (MDRAM018). Description of the Event Date of event 06-06-2026 What happened, where and when? On 6 June 2026, at approximately 12:56 PM, a severe hailstorm struck the Stepanavan community and surrounding areas in Lori Region, northern Armenia. The hailstorm lasted approximately 15-20 minutes and was accompanieReliefWebJun 17disaster
Philippines: DSWD DROMIC Report #16 on the Effects of Mw 7.8 Earthquake Incident in Maasim, Sarangani as of 16 June 2026, 6PM.ReliefWebJun 17disaster
Dominican Republic: Floods - DREF Operation (MDRDO021). Description of the Event Date of event 12-04-2026 What happened, where and when? Since 7 April 2026, a trough system has been affecting the Dominican Republic, generating intense rainfall and prolonged atmospheric instability across the national territory. As a result, the National Emergency OperaReliefWebJun 16disaster
Indonesia: IDN: Earthquake - 06-2026 - Central Sulawesi Earthquake - Magnitude 6.7 (2026-06-16). Description On 16 June 2026 at 10:27 WIB, a magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck Central Sulawesi Province at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was located approximately 42 km southeast of Palu City (1.04°S, 120.23°E). According to the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG), the earthquakeReliefWebJun 16disaster
Syrian Government Pledges Protection for Children with Disabilities [EN/AR]. A Welcome Step. Now Comes the Hard Part Hiba Zayadin Senior Researcher, Middle East and North Africa Division Syria’s 14-year conflict destroyed vast swathes of the country and killed hundreds of thousands, but it also left behind over 1.5 million Syrians with war-caused disabilities. Syria’s miniReliefWebJun 16disaster
ICC Report Examines Financial Systems Sustaining Christian Persecution in AfricaIn a new report, International Christian Concern (ICC) Fellow Daniel St John examines the revenue-generating systems in Africa that support Islamic extremist groups like the Islamic State group and al-Shabab. The report, "The East African Terrorism Economy: Systemic Targeting of Christians," provideInternational Christian ConcernJun 16persecution
oPt: UNRWA Situation Report #225 on the Humanitarian Crisis in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, including East Jerusalem [EN/AR]. Highlights The Gaza Strip Israeli forces continued high-intensity military activities west of the Yellow Line, conducting multiple air and drone strikes targeting infrastructure, assets, and personnel suspected of links to the de facto authorities, with multiple civilian casualties reported. IsraeReliefWebJun 16disaster
Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease Outbreak: Democratic Republic of the Congo | Uganda, Weekly External Situation Report 05 (Data as of 14 June 2026)Countries: Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda . Event description Since our last update of 07 June 2026 (Situation Report #4), the Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has continued to evolve, with sustained transmission and increasing geogrReliefWebJun 16disaster
Authorities Detain Dozens in Latest Raid of Early Rain ChurchAround 11 a.m. on Sunday, June 14, communist authorities raided Early Rain Covenant Church in Chengdu, Sichuan, China, and arrested dozens of believers. Roughly 30 SWAT officers and another 60 police officers reportedly entered the hotel conference room where the church had gathered for worship, recInternational Christian ConcernJun 16persecution
Statement on MSF investigation into staff abuse allegations in Chad. In late 2024, serious allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse were reported by Sudanese refugee women against Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) staff in eastern Chad. In response, MSF immediately sent multiple investigation teams to proactively detect and investigate caseReliefWebJun 16disaster
Son of Norwegian crown princess sentenced to prison after rape convictionWorld MagazineJun 16missions
Residents Protest Planned Church Construction in Central JavaMuslims living near the proposed site of the Javanese Christian Church (GKJ) in Banyuanyar Village, Solo City, Central Java, Indonesia, protested its construction on June 11, citing the church’s lack of a building permit. Legiyatno, the head of Banyuanyar Village, said the demonstration occurred on International Christian ConcernJun 16persecution
Nigeria Humanitarian Fund Annual Report 2025. Across Nigeria, humanitarian needs escalated in 2025, driven by the intersection of conflict and insecurity along with economic hardship and the impact of climate change. Nigeria has one of the highest levels of food insecurity and malnutrition globally. Amid reductions in global funding, in 2025,ReliefWebJun 16disaster
2025 Nigeria Humanitarian Fund Annual Report. Across Nigeria, humanitarian needs escalated in 2025, driven by the intersection of conflict and insecurity along with economic hardship and the impact of climate change. Nigeria has one of the highest levels of food insecurity and malnutrition globally. Amid reductions in global funding, in 2025,ReliefWebJun 16disaster
2026 Nigeria Humanitarian Fund Annual Report. Across Nigeria, humanitarian needs escalated in 2025, driven by the intersection of conflict and insecurity along with economic hardship and the impact of climate change. Nigeria has one of the highest levels of food insecurity and malnutrition globally. Amid reductions in global funding, in 2025,ReliefWebJun 16disaster
Press Release: Samaritan’s Purse Ebola Treatment Centers Open in the Epicenter of The Deadly OutbreakSamaritan’s Purse Ebola Treatment Centers Open in the Epicenter of the Deadly Outbreak BOONE, N.C., June 16, 2026—Samaritan’s Purse has established two Ebola Treatment Centers in Bunia and Nyankunde, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), to care for patients suffering from the deadly Ebola virusSamaritan's PurseJun 16disaster